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General Obedience Training Programs in Royal Oak, MI

Sit, Stay, & Everything in Between

At Connected Canine Academy, we know that barking, jumping, and other destructive behaviors can make life with your dog a little ruff. That’s why we combine positive and negative reinforcement to build healthy communication between you and your dog. This approach establishes a parent-child relationship, where your dog looks to you for guidance and trust, making your training journey much more fun and effective.

Bad behaviors often snowball into bigger problems. For instance, barking might lead to reactivity, or a jumping dog might start pulling on the leash. What seems like a small issue, like not responding to sit or stay, can grow into something bigger if not addressed early. We focus on stopping these behaviors before they get out of hand, creating a well-behaved dog that listens and learns, and setting you both up for a long, happy journey together.

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Dog Training Programs

We help dog owners tackle the most common behavior problems their pups face. From aggressive behavior and anxiety to destructive habits and lack of socialization, we create customized dog training programs that confront your dog’s problems. With our training programs, we provide a tailored approach to dog obedience, addressing issues early to prevent them from turning into long-term challenges.

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Gain Respect from Your Pup Through Leadership

Establishing a parent-child relationship with your dog is the foundation for effective training. When your dog sees you as a confident leader, dog obedience training becomes much easier, and they’re more likely to follow your guidance. Projecting calm energy is key in this process—it helps your dog feel secure and understand what’s expected of them. Teaching your dog basic commands strengthens your bond and addresses negative behaviors like anxiety, fear, reactivity, and aggression.

By learning these essential behaviors, your dog can focus their energy in more positive ways, making life with them much more enjoyable.

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It May Look Adorable, But Unchecked Dog Behaviors Can Lead to Bigger Issues

Some behaviors that may seem “cute” initially, like begging for food, excessive chewing, or hyperfixation on certain objects, can be signs of bigger underlying problems. While it may feel harmless when your dog paws at the table for a scrap of food or chews up a shoe out of boredom, these habits can lead to serious long-term issues.

Unchecked behaviors can also be symptoms of much deeper problems, like fear or lack of proper socialization, which, if ignored, can turn into anxiety-driven reactivity or aggression. For example, a dog that fixates on people or objects could be experiencing anxiety, and failing to address it might lead to a bite due to heightened stress or overprotectiveness.

Addressing these issues early is essential for your dog’s well-being and to prevent them from becoming bigger, more difficult problems later on.

Build a Stronger Bond With Your Dog

Let’s build a relationship with your pet rooted in trust, communication, and respect. Through private dog training, we can address any behavior challenges.

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